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Fruit, finesse, elegance: this is the winning trio of this wine from a privileged terroir. Dominant in the blend, this Merlot seduces with its gourmet notes of pastry aromas which give way to ripe fruit. On the palate, it unfolds a silky texture and finely woody notes. A promise of emotions for this harmonious wine.
Presentation

Made for four generations, from the great-grandfather to the great-grandson, this wine embodies the soul of our estate as the first wine of the property. Both delicious, fruity and powerful, it is suitable for all occasions. A wine to savor and share around all tables!

The vintage

The 2022 vintage is an exceptional vintage, perhaps the vintage of the century. Our vines demonstrated incredible resilience in the face of record drought and high temperatures, giving rise to dense, concentrated, fresh, and fruity red wines. This surprising vintage could well surpass previous ones and leave an indelible mark in the history of our vineyard.

Location

Vineyard area : 21 hectares
Grape varieties : 80 % Merlot, 10 % Cabernet Franc, 5 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec
Appellation : Montagne Saint-Emilion

Terroir

Terroir : Sols argilo-calcaires, argilo siliceux et sablonneux.

In the vineyard

Manual pruning in winter on hillside plots then later on other plots to delay budburst and the appearance of frost.
Branches crushed and reused as compost for the soil.
Control of yields.
Mechanical harvest.

Harvest

The harvest took place in mid-September for 3 weeks, allowing us to manage the work in the vineyard and cellar perfectly. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.

Winemaking

Traditional in thermoregulated stainless steel tanks associated with the micro oxygenation process.
Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation.
Daily pumping over and punching down.

Ageing

12 to 14 months in French oak barrels and concrete vats.

Serving

Serving temperature around 17/18 degrees. Open or decant 1 hour before serving.

Ageing potential

5 to 10 years

Tasting

This vintage is distinguished by a deep garnet color, accentuated by discreet purplish nuances. Its aromatic bouquet is a real delight, offering a harmony of black fruits mixed with subtle spicy notes. On the palate, it reveals a velvety and ample texture, enriched with savory flavors and fruity touches that extend towards an elegant finish. It is a wine that is both rich and balanced.

Visual appearance

The color is a beautiful intense garnet with purple reflections.

At nose

The nose reveals a beautiful aromatic palette combining aromas of blackberry and black cherry accompanied by fine smoky notes.

On the palate

The round and dense palate presents beautiful notes of raspberry ending with delicate notes of dried fruit.

Food pairings

Aperitif: Platter of fine charcuterie (cured ham, terrines), tapas.

Game: Roast pheasant, wild boar stew with berries.

White meats: Poultry supreme, roast veal.

Red meats: Beef fillet with pepper sauce, grilled steak.

Poultry: Duck with cherries, roast capon.

Cheeses: Camembert, brie, character cheeses (comté, Auvergne blue).

Desserts: Red fruit tart, dark chocolate fondant, blackberry pavlova.

World cuisine: Lamb tagine, spicy beef empanadas, beef enchiladas.

French specialties: Beef bourguignon, duck confit, grilled prime rib.

Classic food and wine pairings

Aperitif, International cuisine, Desserts, Cheese, Game, French cuisine, White meat, Red meat, Poultry

Alcohol content

13,5

Allergens (sulfites)

Contains sulphites

Allergens (egg)

Does not contain egg or egg products

Allergens (milk)

Does not contain milk or milk-based products

Winegrowing label

AB Agriculture Biologique en conversion

Grapes

Merlot : 80 %
Cabernet franc : 15 %
Cabernet sauvignon : 5 %